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=Welcome to ELA 8! = This year is all about getting you ready for high school. Eighth grade is the year of the expository essay assessment, so we will work hard to ensure you will deliver a polished, cohesive, and well-crafted essay. We will build on what you've already learned about the writing process and focus on fine tuning your individual writer's voice. In addition to rigorous writing, we will be reading some fabulous texts, both literary and informative. We will use these texts to help build our critical thinking and discussion skills. To be successful in high school, it is important that you learn how to be a productive part of a team--whether it is working with a partner or as part of a larger work group. Working together is a key part of ELA 8, so cuddle up, buttercup--we're all in this thing together!


 * As your instructor, my job is to help you be the best scholar you can be. Please feel free to come to me with any questions or concerns that you might have. Never give up! Although I expect a lot from my students, I never want anyone to feel overwhelmed. Help is always available; all you have to do is ask. Together we can do anything!
 * stephaniebrewer@cglaonline.com
 * 423.702.7230